Science 10 - Ecology Unit

Introductory Ecology Questions (Due Tuesday September 19, 2013)



1. What is an ecosystem?

2. What type of ecosystems can we find in NB? Provide a minimum of four examples.

3. A river ecosystem is a common ecosystem in Sussex. Create a detailed list of the characteristics of this ecosystem.

4. Explain the difference between an ecosystem and a biome.

5. Create a list of biomes found in Canada. Star the one(s) that can be found in NB.

6. Define the following two terms:

- biotic

- abiotic

7. Create a list of 10 biotic and 10 abiotic factors that influence ecosystems here in Sussex.



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